Job overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Oncology Advanced Nurse Practitioner . You will provide advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis, and management for patients with confirmed cancer.
Working autonomously within an agreed scope of practice, you will deliver high-quality, patient-centred care, supporting patients through diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up. The role involves managing complex oncology presentations, monitoring treatment toxicities, prescribing appropriate therapies, and providing holistic support.
You will work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team, to ensure safe, effective, and coordinated care. You will contribute to service development, clinical governance, and the implementation of evidence-based practice to enhance patient outcomes.
Applicants must be NMC registered and hold (or be working towards) a Master’s level qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice, including non-medical prescribing. Substantial oncology experience and strong clinical decision-making skills are essential.
There will be a requirement to work across - Royal Stoke and County.
**Applicants who do not fully meet the essential criteria but can demonstrate relevant skills, experience, and the potential to develop into the position may be considered for appointment to a developmental ACP post. Successful candidates would be supported through a development programme to achieve the required competencies and qualifications within a specified timeframe.**
Main duties of the job
Provide advanced clinical assessment, examination, diagnosis, and management for oncology patients.
Manage oncology-related symptoms and treatment toxicities.
Request, interpret, and act upon diagnostic investigations.
Develop, implement, and evaluate individualised treatment and management plans in collaboration with the MDT.
Independently prescribe medications and supportive therapies within scope of practice and local policies.
Conduct oncology review clinics, follow-up appointments, and treatment assessment clinics.
Provide holistic care, addressing the physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs of patients and their families.
Offer education and advice to patients and carers regarding diagnosis, treatment options, side effects, and self-management strategies.
Participate in and contribute to multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings to support clinical decision-making and coordinated care planning.
Identify and respond to oncological emergencies and acute patient deterioration, initiating appropriate interventions and referrals.
Ensure safe and effective care transitions across hospital, outpatient, and community services.
Contribute to service development, clinical audit, and quality improvement initiatives within oncology services.
Support education, mentorship, and supervision of nursing staff, students, and junior colleagues.
Engage in continuous professional development, research, and implementation of evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more information on working for the Trust, please see the attached job description and person specification.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level
- Advanced clinical practice MSc qualification
- Independent Prescriber
- NMC Registration
- Experience and/or qualifications in Oncology
Desirable
- Quality Improvement qualification - Improving together
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Effective interpersonal and intrapersonal skills including high degree of self-awareness and self- regulation
- Takes responsibility and is accountable for delivering to their agree objectives
- Consistently professional, collaborative and compassionate in their approach
- Acts to support and enable effective teamwork
Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience
Essential
- Experience of delivering training programmes & presentations to various levels of staff.
- Good influencing and networking skills
- Ability to work autonomously and be accountable for own actions
Desirable
- Broad experience of project work and managing projects in a complex multi system environment
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This advert is for Oncology Advanced Nurse Practitioner with University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust in Stoke On Trent, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 8 Nurse practitioner role. The advertised salary is £57,528 - £64,750 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 06 Aug 2026.
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